It isn't all doom and gloom.

[gfrancie]

So the coat is a failure.
The upside to today is that I baked a delicious pound cake (thank you to Sophia Loren for the recipe) and I found a fantastic deal on a flight for my brother Tom. He hasn't been home for Christmas in a couple of years and he will be home in time to attend our sister Kitty's 18th birthday. It makes everyone happy.
Mind you I never want to wait this long to book a flight. (this is partly the nature of Tom being a poor actor/waiter) All the searching and waiting and fear was a bit like playing a high-stakes game of craps.

But back to the coat I suspect I may have to go make the time to visit Nordstrom or Macy's (without a baby) and try on coats. I just want a good quality wool coat that doesn't make me look dumpy yet fits my broad shoulders and sausage arms.

Comments

[gfrancie.livejournal.com]

I suppose it is a matter of not going on a Saturday. The Soviet lines do drive me crazy. It is like people become extra stupid.

[meowlet.livejournal.com]

The Christmas Mall Weekends started 2 weekends ago. I know because I'm such a dedicated capitalist. *sigh* Weekdays are def. better, all one has to contend with then are mommies with Coach bags and strollers.

[gfrancie.livejournal.com]

Yeah I can take on Mommies and their Coach bags.
Though I think I found a coat online from a place that fits me well.

[meowlet.livejournal.com]

You thought that last time. Not that I don't trust you. I am sure you have learned. ^_^

[gfrancie.livejournal.com]

I think it helps that this place has clothes that fit and a more clear idea of what the size of the garments are.
This is the coat (http://www.us.redoute.com/clothing/Asymmetric-Coat.aspx?PfId=44061&DeptId=14060&ProductTypeId=1&PurchaseType=0) I am looking at.

[meowlet.livejournal.com]

Oooh. Gorgeous.